I'm Sybil Jones, the voice behind Mamas and Coffee® — where we empower women through REAL and RELATABLE conversations about ALL aspects of life. You'll also find me talking about stroke (I am a stroke warrior)to raise life-saving awareness and a light sprinkle of MilSpouse Conversations because, well, I'm also a military spouse.
"It's Probably Just a Migraine..." Until It Wasn't
She Was Told It Was "Probably Just a Migraine"What happens when you lose your speech... get told it's probably a migraine... and then later learn you actually had a stroke? This week on Stroke Talks, I sat down with Che-Lei, a fellow carotid web stroke survivor, to talk about her frightening journey, the importance of trusting your instincts, and why self-advocacy can save your life. One of the most powerful parts of our conversation was discussing what people think a stroke survivor looks like versus reality. Che-Lei didn't fit the stereotype, and that's exactly why more awareness is needed. We also talked about the signs of stroke that don't get enough attention, the emotional impact of recovery, aphasia, and the invisible challenges many survivors face long after they leave the hospital. If you've ever thought, "I'm too young to have a stroke," or "I would know if someone was having a stroke," this conversation is for you. Watch the full interview and hear Che-Lei's incredible story for yourself. Or LISTEN on Spotify. Because stroke doesn't always look the way people expect. |
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I'm Sybil Jones, the voice behind Mamas and Coffee® — where we empower women through REAL and RELATABLE conversations about ALL aspects of life. You'll also find me talking about stroke (I am a stroke warrior)to raise life-saving awareness and a light sprinkle of MilSpouse Conversations because, well, I'm also a military spouse.
The Mamas and Coffee® Newsletter Empowering Women One Sip At A Time Tomorrow on The Mamas and Coffee Show Trad Wife. Yep. Grace and I are going there tomorrow. Is it simply a woman choosing the life she wants? Is social media romanticizing it? And what exactly makes someone a "Trad Wife" anyway? We've been asking for YOUR perspectives this week, and tomorrow we're sharing ours. Join us LIVE Wednesday at 10 AM ET for The Mamas and Coffee Show. or WATCH the replay! Grab your coffee and come...
The Mamas and Coffee® Newsletter Empowering Women One Sip At A Time It's My Birthday! Happy Birthday to me! 🥳 Today I turn 49! YIKES. As my waiter told me the other day when I mentioned about celebrating my 49th today, "Oh, turn up on your 29th!" Ok ya'll, it did take me a few extra seconds to catch what he said. lol BUT let's just say I ensured he got a NICE tip. lol So, instead of presents this year, I'm asking for something much more "me" Would you buy me a birthday coffee? ☕❤️ Every...
Hey Reader, Our last Mingle Monday was filled with honesty, encouragement, and plenty of “me too” moments. We talked about how stroke can change friendships, daily life, and even the way we see ourselves. Some friends show up, some quietly disappear, and others simply don’t understand that recovery doesn’t end when we leave the hospital. We also discussed speech challenges, invisible struggles, social isolation, and the comfort of connecting with fellow stroke warriors who truly understand....